There are few miracle gadgets in the food world that actually work, but Vinturi's clever wine aerator is a notable exception. Just pour the wine through the stylish lucite funnel, listen to the gurgle as tiny holes infuse the vino with a speed-breathing equivalent of an hour in a decanter, and sip. The results can be startlingly clear - especially in a more rustic bottle, where the rough edges seem to be polished down, the fruit aromas become more vivid, and the wines glides more softly over the palate.
- Craig LaBan
Widely available in kitchenware stores (including a smaller version for white wines), Vinturi's red-wine aerator costs $40 (or $80 with acrylic stand and mesh strainer) at Kitchen Kapers, 213 S. 17th St., 215-546-8059.